Marketing Director

Do you have a proven track record of leading marketing strategy within the sports industry?

Are you passionate about building brands that resonate globally?

Do you thrive in a dynamic and entrepreneurial environment?

MacGregor Black is partnering with a leading global sports brand in the search for a Marketing Director. This is a permanent role based in Manchester.

This pivotal role will shape the brand’s direction, drive market impact, and ensure a consistent and compelling brand experience across all consumer touchpoints.

Key Responsibilities:

• Define and lead the brand strategy, ensuring a clear, authentic identity that connects with core consumer groups across key sporting markets.
• Build and maintain a distinctive brand framework, including purpose, tone of voice, visual identity, and messaging architecture.
• Lead the creation of seasonal campaigns and storytelling platforms that build emotional connection, drive brand equity, and differentiate in a competitive sports landscape.
• Manage internal and external creative partners to deliver world-class assets that elevate brand perception and drive awareness.
• Develop and lead brand partnerships with athletes, ambassadors, federations, and key cultural voices to strengthen authenticity and reach.
• Partner with product, retail, and digital teams to ensure brand strategy is reflected in consumer journeys, launches, and merchandising.
• Leverage insights and analytics to measure brand health, track campaign performance, and guide strategic decisions.
• Champion brand consistency and excellence across all touchpoints, from global initiatives to regional execution.

What We're Looking For:

• Proven experience in a Marketing Director or Head of Marketing role within a sport, performance, or lifestyle brand.
• Strong background in brand development, positioning, and storytelling.
• Experience building brands internationally, with deep consumer understanding across multiple markets.
• Demonstrated leadership in managing creative teams, external agencies, and cross-functional stakeholders.
• Passion for sport, culture, and innovation with a consumer-first mindset.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to inspire and influence at all levels.

For more information, please contact Asher Hart today.